2:The VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education introduces a memoir workshop series. The first 10-week workshop will meet on Wednesdays, August 5 through October 14 in the VCU Professional Learning Classroom at The Career and Technical Center at Hull Street, 13900 Hull Street, Midlothian. Free on-site parking is available. Learning to write memoir, literary nonfiction, is a great way to reflect on your experiences and to leave a personal legacy. Workshops offer class discussions, one-on-one coaching, and in-class writing time. Don't wait for the "right time". Start recording your early life experiences now! For more information, contact Lynn Myers at lhmyers@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visithttp://ocpe.vcu.edu/m...

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:This evening of reflection includes a time for centering, a writing warm-up activity, a period for more in-depth journaling, a brief time for optional sharing and reflection, and a closing ritual. Facilitators: Elaine Kiziah and Ann Forburger. $5 suggested donation. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave, Richmond, VA. (804) 359-0384. Learn more at www.chrysalisinstitute.org.

2:Book reading and signing with Cheryl Jackson Baker, author of Affectionately Yours: The Civil War Letters of William R. Jackson and His Wife Julia. Cheryl will discuss this collection of Civil War letters exchanged by her great-great grandparents between early-1862 and late-1866. The correspondence captures vignettes of wartime life for a Quartermaster officer in the Union army and his wife, who maintained both the family home and business. At Chop Suey Books.

2:Now on the 1st Thursday of the month! Local wordsmiths take the mic to give you a "taste" of what they do as poets, plus live jazz by Randy Burton and co. All set off by C'est Le Vin's delicious wine and tapas. Cost: no cover. At C'est Le Vin, 15 N. 17th St.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

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Writers Wednesday is a casual meet-and-greet for aspiring and published writers from all genres. Come, make connections, and get inspired to write in a friendly environment. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Capital Ale House locations around Richmond.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:From bbgb tales for kids: "we love to see kids and adults sharing great writing, so we're teaming up with richmond young writers and art 180 to host an open mic for performers of all ages! It's free! just bring your poetry, rap, or flash fiction to share. or come with a short piece from your favorite author. please keep performances under three minutes and remember that children will be in attendance. all performers can enter a free book raffle, and there will be refreshments for all attendees! come to bbgb early to reserve a spot, or rsvp in advance by emailing maya@bbgbbooks.com".

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:Anne A. Wilson was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from the U. S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, with a degree in ocean engineering, followed by nine years of active duty service as a Navy helicopter pilot. Following her military service, she worked for four years in the semi-conductor industry, and currently, owns a triathlon coaching business, Camelback Coaching, with her husband, now in its twelfth year of operation. She lives in Fountain Hills, Arizona with her husband and two sons. At Fountain Bookstore.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:Book reading, signing, and q&a with Diane Kiesel, author of She Can Bring Us Home: Dr. Dorothy Boulding Ferebee, Civil Rights Pioneer. Kiesel's book tells the story of Ferebee's extraordinary story of struggle and personal sacrifice to a new generation. For more on Diane, Dorothy, and the book, click here.

2: Charles F. Bryan, Jr., Ph.D. will be signing his new compilation of essays, Imperfect Past: History in a New Light. Collected from the Richmond Times-Dispatch, this is every essay published in the paper.

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Virginia Screenwriters and VSF Actor's Forum meets from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 .p.m. on the 4th Saturday morning of each month, except for December, at CenterStage, 600 East Grace St. VSF Members receive script critiques, plus actor table reads of their screenplay pages in process. Guests are welcome to sit in for free, but reservations are required. For further information about meetings please email: VSF@comcast.net.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:Harry M. Ward presents Children of the Streets of Richmond, 1865-1920. Richmond in the late 19th century was cosmopolitan, boisterous and crime-ridden. The juvenile delinquents of Richmond were held accountable in the Police Court, presided over by Justice John Jeter Crutchfield who, though unlearned in the law, functioned like a biblical Solomon but with great showmanship. What emerges from the public record is an amusing and touching picture of what life was really like in the post–Reconstruction urban South. Harry M. Ward is a retired University of Richmond history professor and the author of 20 books. Learn more about this title . Reveille UMC summer book reviews have been a popular tradition for over 50 years. Book reviews begin with a reception in the church welcome center at 10:30 am, followed by an author talk in the chapel at 11:00 am. A book signing follows each talk.

2:February: Plotting a Hero's Journey: Fiction, Myth and Scripts. The Writing Show moves to its new location at The Firehouse Theater bringing Richmond new opportunities to learn and practice writing on the final Wednesday of the month until September. $12 for JRW members/ $15 for non-members and $5 for students. Learn more and register on our site.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:"Payne's study of the tragedy of his brother's death and the events leading up to it is unforgettable and painful to read. The power of the storytelling and the beauty of the wisdom offered make it impossible to look away. Please join me in welcoming this exceptional author. This book is very important to me. There are simply not enough good books out there on the impact one person's mental illness can have on a family."-Kelly Justice, owner of Fountain Bookstore.

2:Join River City Poets for a night of inspiring word at this fast-growing Westover Hills coffee shop! With an open mic that is quickly becoming known for nurturing new voices, this is an evening of pure poetry you don't want to miss. Plus, taZa's selection of beer & wines and fresh-made sandwiches & goodies make it easy to while away an evening taking in some new poetry.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:Critically acclaimed author Robert Goolrick presents his newest book The Fall of Princes at the Fountain Bookstore. “ compelling, wholly seductive narrative voice . . . Goolrick’s stellar prose infuses this redemption story with a good deal of depth and despair, making it read like the literary version of The Wolf of Wall Street.” —Booklist. Learn more.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:Food Tasting. Talk. Signing. Community! The Fountain Bookstore hosts a special community event: "Our friends at Workman are publishing an extraordinary cookbook called GOOD & CHEAP: Eat Well on $4 a Day. For every book bought the night of the event or from our online bookstore prior to the event, one book will be donated to someone in need in the Richmond area!" Learn more.

2:Now on the 1st Thursday of the month! Local wordsmiths take the mic to give you a "taste" of what they do as poets, plus live jazz by Randy Burton and co. All set off by C'est Le Vin's delicious wine and tapas. Cost: no cover. At C'est Le Vin, 15 N. 17th St.

2:The 15th annual Library of Congress National Book Festival will take place Saturday, September 5, 2015, at the Washington Convention Center. To mark this anniversary, as well as the 200th anniversary of the Library’s acquisition of Thomas Jefferson’s personal library, the festival’s theme is Jefferson’s quote “I Cannot Live Without Books.” Authors already confirmed for the upcoming event include David McCullough and Walter Isaacson. Learn more.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

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Writers Wednesday is a casual meet-and-greet for aspiring and published writers from all genres. Come, make connections, and get inspired to write in a friendly environment. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Capital Ale House locations around Richmond.

2:Join Fountain Books for an evening with Olwen Woodier, apple expert and author of The Apple Cookbook: 125 Freshly Picked Recipes. She will give a brief talk and then guests will have an apple-themed dinner with her at Camden's Dogtown Market in Manchester prepared by Chef Andy Howell. Blue Bee Cidery owner Courtney Mailey will be there as well to talk about cider and there will be an optional cider pairing with each course. Tickets and the book can be purchased through Fountain Bookstore.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:February: Plotting a Hero's Journey: Fiction, Myth and Scripts. The Writing Show moves to its new location at The Firehouse Theater bringing Richmond new opportunities to learn and practice writing on the final Wednesday of the month until September. $12 for JRW members/ $15 for non-members and $5 for students. Learn more and register on our site.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:Join River City Poets for a night of inspiring word at this fast-growing Westover Hills coffee shop! With an open mic that is quickly becoming known for nurturing new voices, this is an evening of pure poetry you don't want to miss. Plus, taZa's selection of beer & wines and fresh-made sandwiches & goodies make it easy to while away an evening taking in some new poetry.

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Virginia Screenwriters and VSF Actor's Forum meets from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 .p.m. on the 4th Saturday morning of each month, except for December, at CenterStage, 600 East Grace St. VSF Members receive script critiques, plus actor table reads of their screenplay pages in process. Guests are welcome to sit in for free, but reservations are required. For further information about meetings please email: VSF@comcast.net.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:Now on the 1st Thursday of the month! Local wordsmiths take the mic to give you a "taste" of what they do as poets, plus live jazz by Randy Burton and co. All set off by C'est Le Vin's delicious wine and tapas. Cost: no cover. At C'est Le Vin, 15 N. 17th St.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

2:Wednesday nights, 7-9PM: Write your first draft novel in 6 months. Free and open to the public. For more details see http://AgileWriters.c.... At Martin's Food Market, upstairs, 11361 Midlothian Turnpike.

2:From Agile Writers: Have a bit of Writer’s Block? Can’t concentrate at home? Studies show that being part of a think-tank can actually get those creative juices flowing! If you need some time to just sit and write, come join us this Saturday at Martins.

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Writers Wednesday is a casual meet-and-greet for aspiring and published writers from all genres. Come, make connections, and get inspired to write in a friendly environment. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Capital Ale House locations around Richmond. Free to join; just pay for your food and beverages.

2:Member Pamela Webber will be signing her first novel The Wiregrass at Fountan Books. The Wiregrass is a coming of age story about an innocent young woman, Nettie, who is forced to come to grips with the evil stalking the beautiful place and people she loves. Learn more.

2:Join River City Poets for a night of inspiring word at this fast-growing Westover Hills coffee shop! With an open mic that is quickly becoming known for nurturing new voices, this is an evening of pure poetry you don't want to miss. Plus, taZa's selection of beer & wines and fresh-made sandwiches & goodies make it easy to while away an evening taking in some new poetry.

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Virginia Screenwriters and VSF Actor's Forum meets from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 .p.m. on the 4th Saturday morning of each month, except for December, at CenterStage, 600 East Grace St. VSF Members receive script critiques, plus actor table reads of their screenplay pages in process. Guests are welcome to sit in for free, but reservations are required. For further information about meetings please email: VSF@comcast.net.

2:Now on the 1st Thursday of the month! Local wordsmiths take the mic to give you a "taste" of what they do as poets, plus live jazz by Randy Burton and co. All set off by C'est Le Vin's delicious wine and tapas. Cost: no cover. At C'est Le Vin, 15 N. 17th St.

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Writers Wednesday is a casual meet-and-greet for aspiring and published writers from all genres. Come, make connections, and get inspired to write in a friendly environment. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Capital Ale House locations around Richmond. Free to join; just pay for your food and beverages.

2:Join River City Poets for a night of inspiring word at this fast-growing Westover Hills coffee shop! With an open mic that is quickly becoming known for nurturing new voices, this is an evening of pure poetry you don't want to miss. Plus, taZa's selection of beer & wines and fresh-made sandwiches & goodies make it easy to while away an evening taking in some new poetry.

2:Now on the 1st Thursday of the month! Local wordsmiths take the mic to give you a "taste" of what they do as poets, plus live jazz by Randy Burton and co. All set off by C'est Le Vin's delicious wine and tapas. Cost: no cover. At C'est Le Vin, 15 N. 17th St.

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Writers Wednesday is a casual meet-and-greet for aspiring and published writers from all genres. Come, make connections, and get inspired to write in a friendly environment. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Capital Ale House locations around Richmond. Free to join; just pay for your food and beverages.

3:"The Land of the Four Rivers is a poetry collection discussing my time as a US Peace Corps Volunteer in Armenia (2006-2008). Several poems in the collection were nominated for a Pushcart Prize. The collection won the 2013 Best Poetry Book for Peace Corps Writers." Learn more.

2:Join River City Poets for a night of inspiring word at this fast-growing Westover Hills coffee shop! With an open mic that is quickly becoming known for nurturing new voices, this is an evening of pure poetry you don't want to miss. Plus, taZa's selection of beer & wines and fresh-made sandwiches & goodies make it easy to while away an evening taking in some new poetry.

2:Now on the 1st Thursday of the month! Local wordsmiths take the mic to give you a "taste" of what they do as poets, plus live jazz by Randy Burton and co. All set off by C'est Le Vin's delicious wine and tapas. Cost: no cover. At C'est Le Vin, 15 N. 17th St.

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Writers Wednesday is a casual meet-and-greet for aspiring and published writers from all genres. Come, make connections, and get inspired to write in a friendly environment. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Capital Ale House locations around Richmond. Free to join; just pay for your food and beverages.

2:Join River City Poets for a night of inspiring word at this fast-growing Westover Hills coffee shop! With an open mic that is quickly becoming known for nurturing new voices, this is an evening of pure poetry you don't want to miss. Plus, taZa's selection of beer & wines and fresh-made sandwiches & goodies make it easy to while away an evening taking in some new poetry.

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Richmond, VA 23230 - USA

4:Friday, January 22 at 7:00 PM

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